Compounding of a drug definition modification to exempt the use of a flavoring agent

This bill amends Minnesota's definition of "compounding" to explicitly exclude the use of flavoring agents when preparing medications. It clarifies that adding flavoring agents (inactive substances to improve taste) to drugs for patients is not considered compounding under state law. This change directly affects pharmacists and compounding facilities that currently add flavors to medications - commonly for pediatric or elderly patients - to improve palatability. The policy removes regulatory ambiguity around this routine practice, ensuring it remains exempt from compounding regulations.